Category: 3D Printing

MakerFX attends a number of outreach events. One of the purposes of these outreach efforts is to introduce people to different things we make and do at the space. I have liked the idea of a “Useless machine” but wanted to make something more elaborate and entertaining. We came across a plastic skull that hadContinue Reading Skull Useless Machine

We at MakerFX are supporting the efforts behind the project at WeTheBuilders.com, and need your help for it to succeed.On Saturday May 12th, we will be using all six 3D Printers at MakerFX and any others we can round up to print pieces for the current project called We the Rosies. This is aContinue Reading We the Rosies

Slicing is the process of taking a model – usually a STL file – and creating commands a 3D printer uses to actually extrude plastic to print the model. There are many different slicing programs available. Some are free and some are paid. Simplify3D is in the paid category and if you can spring forContinue Reading Simplify3D – 7 New Features

It’s awesome having a 3d printer manufacturer in Orlando. We now have 5 DeltaMaker 3D printers available for use thanks to their generous support. These printers are available for use by members and are used during our 3D printing classes. If you would like to learn about 3D printing, you can get started with ourContinue Reading DeltaMaker Printers at MakerFX

Before installing the electronics, I want to get you a sneak peek of the fully assembled OpenRC Formula 1 car. Below are the main body parts assembled before being attached to the chassis. The helmet on the main body cover was another Thingiverse creation. This is the fully assembled car less the motor and electronics.Continue Reading OpenRC Formula 1 Car – Full Assembly Preview

Ok time for assembly of the 45 printed parts. The rear drivetrain and spoiler are the first step. Other than the M3 hardware, there are 6 bearings that are required. Two of the bearings are in the rear drivetrain. The full chassis is printed in 2 parts. This is a top view of the 2Continue Reading OpenRC Formula 1 Car – Rolling Chassis

I have decided to build the OpenRC Formula 1 Car as my first 3d printing project. I have finished printing all the parts for my first car. I say first because I suspect there will be multiple cars made in 2017. There are 45 printed parts in this build from Thingiverse. Everything except the tires are printed in PLA.Continue Reading OpenRC Formula 1 Car – Parts Printed

I recently purchased a new Flashforge Creator Pro and needed a first project to give my printer a workout. While browsing Thingiverse, I ran across the OpenRC project and the 3D printed Formula 1 race car. Further research found that Daniel Noree designed this car as well as 2 vehicles and 2 quad rotors. TheseContinue Reading 3D Printing the OpenRC Projects